Summer Student Positions – Public Works (2-Full-time)

The Town of Deseronto is currently accepting applications for Summer Student positions within our Public Works Department (2 Full-Time).

Position Overview

Reporting to the Municipal Management Team, these positions will assist in a variety of operational tasks supporting the maintenance and upkeep of municipal infrastructure.

Responsibilities will include:

• General infrastructure/property maintenance and landscaping on municipally owned property
• Labour and light equipment operation for road construction projects
• Facility janitorial duties
• Various other maintenance related duties, as assigned

Position Requirements:

The ideal candidate will:

• Be available to start as early as May 4, 2026, and be attending post-secondary education in September 2026
• Possess strong personal and customer service skills
• Work effectively both independently and as part of a team
• Have experience with maintenance equipment and tasks (e.g., painting, janitorial duties, operating zero-turn mowers, gas-powered weed eaters, and general property maintenance tools)
• Demonstrate punctuality, dependability, a strong work ethic, and keen attention to detail
• Hold a valid minimum Class G2 driver’s license
• Be flexible and available to work weekdays, occasional evenings and weekends as operationally required.

Position Details:

• Employment Period: May 4, 2026 – August 21, 2026 (maximum)
• Compensation: $17.60 per hour plus vacation pay

How to Apply:

Interested candidates are invited to submit their resume clearly indicating the position being applied to no later than April 24, 2026, to:

Bryan Brooks, Town Manager
Town of Deseronto
331 Main Street P.O. Box 310  Deseronto, ON  K0K 1X0
Email: [email protected]    Fax: 613-396-3141

We thank all applicants that apply and advise that only those to be interviewed will be contacted.  In accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, personal information is collected under the authority of the Municipal Act 2001, S.O. 2001, c. 25, and will be used for the purpose of candidate selection. The Town of Deseronto is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive barrier-free recruitment and selection process.  If you require this document or correspondence in an alternate format, please contact the above noted contact for accommodation.

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